Stanley Alexander Tucker

• Patti Grace Smith Fellow, Class of 2023

• Embry-Riddle Aeronuatical University, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (concentration: Homeland Security and Intelligence), Minor in Business, ‘23

• Host Institution: Hawkeye 360

A diligent and vocal student, Stanley Tucker continues to make a commitment toward becoming aviation thought leader and innovator in the sphere of aerospace defense and engineering. Throughout his college experience, Stanley Tucker has made it his personal goal to pave the way for young African Americans aspiring to work within aviation-related fields all over the country. One way Stanley has worked toward this goal is through the creation of counseling and mentorship programs he started at United Parcel Service and also Leading Edge Aerial Technology, a company responsible for supporting cities' and states’ fight against Vector and pesticide control. Stanley ultimately believes that through mentoring and community service, he has impacted his community by providing opportunities and different avenues for people to do what they love. Stanley is especially proud of the community outreach he conducted at Leading Edge, which allowed him the opportunity to work hands-on with elementary school-age children to get them excited about opportunities in aviation. Prior to enrolling at Embry-Riddle, Stanley received his associate's degree in Mechatronics and Computer Science, which fueled his decision to continue his education at ERAU. He is currently a senior at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, graduating Fall of 2023, with a Bachelor's Degree in Unmanned Aircraft Systems Engineering and Homeland Security and Intelligence. After earning his undergraduate degree, Stanley plans to continue his education through Embry-Riddle's Graduate Program for a Master's Degree in Systems Engineering. This summer, Stanley will leverage the resources provided by the Patti Grace Smith Fellowship to further diversify himself in the fight to safeguard our homeland.